The Krone Commercial Vehicle Group is once again present at IAA Transportation 2026 in its usual manner, demonstrating its capabilities as a strong group. Visitors can find the commercial vehicle manufacturer in Hall 27, Stand C40, as well as in the outdoor area at stands P43, J64, L42, Q41 and N41. Under the theme ‘Built […]
Trucks
ZF TraXon Hybrid Heavy-Duty Transmission System wins Truck Innovation Award 2027
At IAA Transportation 2026, ZF has been honored with the “Truck Innovation Award 2027” for its TraXon Hybrid transmission technology. The award, handed over by the International Truck of the Year jury whose 24 members represent leading commercial vehicle magazines across Europe, recognizes technologies and projects with the potential to improve efficiency and safety and […]
IAA TRANSPORTATION 2026 opens: CV Industry showcases innovative solutions across all technologies
Industry showcases innovative solutions across all technologies – Clear message to Berlin and Brussels: We have delivered, now policymakers must act – More than 150 world premieres on display – Record international participation and Test Drive offering IAA TRANSPORTATION 2026 was officially opened today in Hanover by the German Federal Minister of Transport Steffen Bilger, […]
MAN electrifies IAA with new eTruck generation
At IAA Transportation 2026, taking place from 14 to 20 September 2026 in Hanover, MAN Truck & Bus is presenting its highly efficient truck and van portfolio, spanning 3.5 to 250 tonnes, under the motto “Driving. People. Partner.” This is complemented by a comprehensive ecosystem covering electromobility, charging and energy supply. In doing so, MAN […]
MCS Fast Charging of Trucks during rest break is now possible
Daimler Truck, MAN Truck & Bus, Scania, and Milence show how quickly electric trucks could be charged in the future. MCS fast charging is a key component in scaling up electric mobility. Around 35,000 publicly accessible MCS fast charging points will be needed across Europe by 2030 Daimler Truck, MAN Truck & Bus, and Scania […]
IAA 2026: ZF Commercial Vehicle Solutions Delivers Growth in Times of Transformation
As the commercial vehicle industry continues its transformation towards zero-emission, zero-accident and software-defined vehicles, ZF Commercial Vehicle Solutions (CVS) demonstrates how strong customer trust, technology leadership and market success go hand in hand. With an almost 90 percent customer acquisition win rate, more than €5 billion in awarded lifetime business in 2026 so far, CVS […]
SuperPanther advances European electric truck platform and outlines next step in intelligent transportation
At IAA Transportation 2026, SuperPanther is reporting commercial progress with the eTopas 600, presenting technologies for future vehicles and outlining its approach to intelligent heavy-duty transportation. The eTopas 600 has achieved European Whole Vehicle Type Approval, is manufactured with Steyr Automotive in Austria and is entering customer operations. SuperPanther plans to deliver around 100 trucks […]
Mahindra Expands Veero Range Launches New Veero 1.1 XXL CNG and Upgraded Veero Diesel
Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., India’s leading manufacturer of utility vehicles and a leader in the LCV < 3.5 t segment, today announced the launch of the New Veero 1.1 XXL CNG and the Upgraded Veero Diesel. First launched in September 2024, the Veero has been a testament to innovation and reliability in the LCV < […]
August Makes History as Alternative Fuels Overtake Petrol for the First Time
August 2026 will be remembered as a watershed moment in India’s automotive history. For the first time ever, alternative fuels — CNG, hybrid, and electric combined — overtook petrol in the passenger vehicle market. That single development, more than any volume record, signals how fundamentally the country’s mobility landscape is shifting. Total retail registrations stood […]
SAMIL Building a Smarter, More Transparent Marketplace for Tomorrow
The company’s vision is to strengthen its position as India’s largest phygital marketplace for pre-owned vehicles, equipment, and other assets while creating sustainable value for every stakeholder in the ecosystem, says, Mr. Sameer Malhotra, Director & CEO, Shriram Automall India Limited (SAMIL). India’s pre-owned vehicle and equipment industry is entering a transformative decade, driven by […]
Blue Energy Motors Advancing Multi-Energy Heavy-Duty Trucking
A multi-energy approach combining LNG, electric mobility and connected technologies will shape the future of heavy-duty freight transportation. India’s commercial vehicle industry is entering a decisive phase where the future of freight transportation will depend not on a single propulsion technology but on deploying the right energy solution for the right application. As freight demand […]
SIAM President Shenu Agarwal Charts the Road Ahead for India’s CV Industry
Barely hours into his new role as SIAM President, Mr. Shenu Agarwal, Managing Director and CEO of Ashok Leyland, was already facing some of the toughest questions facing the industry. What followed was a candid and direct conversation that offered a clear picture of where India’s commercial vehicle industry is headed — and what needs […]
Montra Electric Wants to Make E-Trucks the Default Choice for India
Success in 2030 will be measured in electrified freight corridors running end to end, fleet operators who no longer see electric trucks as experiments, and a supply chain built substantially in India, says Mr. Jalaj Gupta, Managing Director, Montra Electric. India runs on close to four million heavy trucks, and until recently, virtually none moved freight […]
Olectra: Three Forces To Transform E-CVs By 2031
The company delivered 1,280 units in FY26 — its highest ever since inception. Mr. Mahesh Babu, Managing Director – Olectra Greentech Limited, said, the e-CV industry in India is at an inflection point. Over the next five years three powerful forces — policy, customer economics, and industry dynamics — will together reshape how buses and […]
Ashok Leyland’s MD &CEO Shenu Agarwal Elected as SIAM President for 2026-27
The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) has elected Mr. Shenu Agarwal, Managing Director and CEO, Ashok Leyland Ltd., as its new President for 2026-27. Agarwal, who previously served as Vice President of SIAM, succeeds Shailesh Chandra, Managing Director and CEO, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd., as Immediate Past President. The new office bearers were […]
















